Dallas County Community Colleges offer you a great value: quality instruction, seven locations in Dallas County plus online classes through the Dallas TeleCollege, and a cost of only $135 per three-hour course for residents of Texas who reside in Dallas County.

Follow the steps below to begin making progress toward a college degree or technical training. (Please note that the order of the steps is a little different at each Dallas County Community College. Check with the college of your choice to find out the exact order you should follow.)

1. Apply to be admitted to the Dallas County Community College of your choice.
New-to-college students must complete an application for admission. Applying early is a good idea. You may need to turn in proof of bacterial meningitus vaccination as part of your admissions process. Note: If you are an international student, you must contact an international student advisor at the college you wish to attend to apply for admission.

2. Participate in an orientation session.
After you're admitted to the college, you should plan to attend an orientation session. Contact the Advising/Counseling Center at your college to schedule a session.

3. Take an assessment test.
Contact the Assessment/Testing Center to schedule assessment testing.

4. See your Dallas County Community College advisor.
Schedule a visit with an academic advisor to select your courses.

5. Register for classes.
There are two ways to register. Any accepted student who has completed the application and advising process may register for the coming semester. Get information about upcoming registration dates.